Prospective Member Info

Interested in joining Beta Delta Mu? Here's what you need to know about our membership process.

Eligibility Requirements

• Female student enrolled full-time in STEM degree program

• Minimum GPA requirements

• Completed at least one semester at your university

• Good academic standing with university

Recruitment Timeline

• Candidacy Timelines: Recruitment during fall semester; Membership Education and Initiation Spring Semester

• Bidding: Membership Candidates receive offers to become Potential New Members through the bidding process, with bids offered late fall semester, bid acceptance early spring semester.

New Member Education

• Weekly education sessions covering organizational history, values, and expectations

• Mentorship from active member (Big Sister program)

• Professional development workshops and skill-building activities

• Community service project with new member class

• Culminates in initiation ceremony and full membership status

What to Expect as a Member

Typical Semester Schedule

• Weekly Chapter Meetings: General business, announcements, guest speakers (1.5 hours)

• Professional Development Events: Workshops, career panels, mentoring

• Service Projects: Community service projects each semester

• Sisterhood Activities and Social Events

Committee Opportunities

• Opportunities to serve on committees dedicated to advancing the following:  Professional Development, Community Service, Social, recruitment, Academic, Communications, Social, etc.  

Member Benefits

• Lifetime bonds of friendship and sisterhood 

• Professional network of alumna in STEM

• Leadership development opportunities

• Mentorship from alumna in your field